Madness Quote by William Golding
“Worse than madness. Sanity.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Lord of the Flies, 1954
The quote equates extreme irrationality with a loss of sanity, suggesting madness is worse than mere sanity.
In simple terms: Madness is worse than sanity.
Key Takeaway
Guard against irrationality.
Themes
psychology
philosophy
mental health
Mood
anxious
reflective
Type
cautionary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- decision making
- stressful situations
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Rationality
extremes
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines sanity for you?
- How do you recognize irrational patterns?
A Different Perspective
Madness can be subjective and culturally defined.
